Flights to Buenos Aires : Guide

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The city, with three million inhabitants, has 48 neighborhoods to explore. But the most visited by tourists are the Abasto, Puerto Madero, San Telmo, Recoleta, Palermo, and La Boca.

Buenos Aires, Argentina's most popular destination, is home to many of the most iconic landmarks in the country, particularly the Casa Rosada and the Metropolitan Cathedral, both in Plaza de Mayo. La Recoleta Cemetery is visited by many to see the tomb of Eva Peron, among many other rich and famous citizens.

You’ll find many easy options for travel in the city, including six subway lines and over one hundred bus lines and railways. You can also find taxis and private transfers.

Plaza de Mayo

Located in the neighborhood of Montserrat, the Plaza de Mayo is the main square in the center of Buenos Aires. Its current name commemorates the May Revolution of 1810, which led to Argentina’s independence from Spain in 1816. Several of the city’s major landmarks are located around the Plaza, including the Casa Rosada, the Presidential Palace where Eva Peron spoke to the people from the balcony.

Puerto Madero

Puerto Madero is the most expensive and exclusive neighborhood in the city; here every street has been named after a woman. It represents the largest urban renewal project in Buenos Aires; it was once an area filled with docks and warehouses. It is very popular with both locals and tourists, as there are five-star hotels, theaters, galleries, multinational restaurants, multiple bars and cafes, and extensive green areas dedicated to leisure activities, such as the Natural Park and Costanera Sur Ecological Reserve.

San Telmo

San Telmo is the oldest neighborhood of Buenos Aires; it is surrounded by cafes, tango parlors, and antique shops. When you are in San Telmo, you should not miss the Hippopotamus Café, San Telmo Fair, and the Museum of Modern Art. On the streets, you can also find dancers and artists performing for tourists.

La Boca

The neighborhood of La Boca is known for the famous "Caminito," a block of streets where only pedestrians are allowed. The houses made of painted metal plates (usually with bright and flashy colors) are famous around the world, along with the artists who show their talent and skill to all visitors. Besides being recognized for its architecture and art, the La Boca neighborhood is the cradle of creation for two of the biggest soccer clubs in the country—the Boca Juniors (with the stadium, La Bombonera, located in the neighborhood) and River Plate (which later moved to the noble area of Belgrano).

Dining and Nightlife

Buenos Aires has more than 3,500 restaurants, including fine dining, international fast food, and snack bars as well as a multitude of classic barbeque, even on the sidewalks. Recent years have seen the emergence of new gastronomic neighborhoods, such as Puerto Madero, Palermo Viejo, and Las Cañitas.

Experience a special meal at El Bistro, perhaps the most prominent restaurant in Buenos Aires, which is located in the legendary Hotel Faena and run by Mariano Cid de la Paza, a protégé of the famous Spanish chef Ferran Adria. You can also enjoy one of the notable coffee shops in the city, such as the Café Tortoni with its art nouveau style. Don’t forget to try a delicious hot chocolate at La Rambla.

Buenos Aires is world famous for its nightlife with trendy nightclubs such as Niceto Club, one of the city's most trendsetting nightspots. There you can enjoy traditional South American styles and rhythms mixed with electronic music. Don’t miss Wednesday's underground party at Zizek, one of the best nightclubs in town.

Buenos Aires is also very well known for the tango, danced to a remarkable music that distinguishes the city from any other in the world. If you want to experience a tango, head to the Centro Cultural Torquato Tasso, a venue where respected artists perform regularly.

Beyond Buenos Aires

Iguazu Falls

Considered a natural heritage of humanity, the Iguazu Falls is located between the National Park of Iguaçu in Brazil and Iguazú National Park in Misiones, Argentina. Most visitors reach the falls on the Argentina side through the city of Puerto Iguazú. Tourists who want to visit the waterfalls on the Brazilian side must apply in person for a visa at the Brazilian Consulate in the Argentine city of Puerto Iguazú.

El Calafate

El Calafate is a small town in the province of Santa Cruz, near the border with Chile. The biggest attraction of the town is the extraordinary Glacier National Park, which has the largest glacier in the world: Perito Moreno Glacier.

Mendoza

The City of Mendoza is famous for Mount Aconcagua and its Malbec wines. It is a relaxed place full of beauty with views of the snow-capped Andes in the distance. The recently renovated Wine Route is another classic attraction in town. You can visit several wineries, tasting the wines that have made this region famous worldwide.